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The first step toward recovery involves acknowledging powerlessness over alcohol or addiction and recognizing that life has become unmanageable. It encourages individuals to admit their inability to control their addiction and to accept that intervention from a higher power is necessary for recovery. This step sets the foundation for the 12-step program and emphasizes self-awareness and humility as essential elements in overcoming addiction.
In this episode, I talk about the first step and the essentials of recovery: i.e Honesty, Open-mindedness and Willingness.
This is the first episode of 2024, and I thought it might be a good idea to speak about step 1.

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References:

Alcoholics Anonymous: the story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism. (Fourth Edition, pp. 1–44). (1986). Alcoholics Anonymous World Services.

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Are you planning to take multiple high-stakes examinations in a short period of time? In this episode, Dr. Arvin Tan shares his experience on how he endured taking the PLE, USMLE Step 1, USMLE Step 2 CK, and Occupational English Test in less than 8 months!

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Dr. Arvin Tan was also featured on our very first episode

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Arvin is a young physician devoted to providing equal access to holistic wellness and health services. His mission is to empower individuals to make healthy choices in their everyday lives. He enjoys cooking, weight lifting, and playing music.
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Adrian Teves is a young Filipino doctor. While in medical school, Adrian served as a peer mentor, helping freshmen and sophomores adjust smoothly to the rigors of med school life. Adrian is also a passionate mental health advocate, having suffered from anxiety. It is his objective to have a community that can freely talk about mental health without reservations. He devotes his leisure time reading, working out, or playing golf.
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Michael Sibulo is both a pharmacist and a physician. After struggling throughout his four-year stay in medical school, he started advocating the use of Anki, a spaced repetition software  for time-efficient active learning. Other interests include playing the piano, jogging,  learning Mandarin, and promoting eye health.

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Chapter Markers:

00:00 Introduction

00:35 Introduction of Episode

01:16 You Took 4 High-Stake Exams in Less Than 8 Months

03:50 Comparing Preparation for PLE, and USMLE Steps 1 and 2

10:03 Which is More Time-Consuming?

14:24 Doing Qbank is Gold

17:30 Difficulty of Step 1 vs Step 2 vs PLE

22:00 USMLE Step 1 Prep Helped in PLE Prep

22:19 Final Message

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In this podcast, Michael shares his recording with her friend who inquired about her USMLE Step 1 progress.  After learning of her concern that her question bank scores plateaued at 60-70% for each block, Michael shared his techniques on how to improve. At the end of the recording Michael will also share Dr. Kym Sirilan's comments on this episode. 
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Dr. Kym Sirilan was featured on the previous episode (Episode 8). Anki was featured on Episode 6. Dr. Arvin Tan was featured on our very first episode.
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Adrian Teves is a young Filipino doctor. While in medical school, Adrian served as a peer mentor, helping freshmen and sophomores adjust smoothly to the rigors of med school life. Adrian is also a passionate mental health advocate, having suffered from anxiety. It is his objective to have a community that can freely talk about mental health without reservations. He devotes his leisure time reading, working out, or playing golf.
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Michael Sibulo is both a pharmacist and a physician. After struggling throughout his four-year stay in medical school, he started advocating the use of Anki, a spaced repetition software  for time-efficient active learning. Other interests include playing the piano, jogging,  learning Mandarin, and promoting eye health
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Chapter Markers
00:00 Introduction
00:40 Introduction of Episode
01:37 Start of Episode
01:51 Problem: Question Bank Scores Plateaued
03:34 Use Boards and Beyond with Anki
05:38 UWorld: Random or By Systems?
06:30 How to Use Premade Deck for Weak Areas
07:45 How Many Days To Watch Boards and Beyond?
08:33 Reschedule the Exam?
10:00 Comments on New NBME Exams
16:39 Cons of 2nd Pass in Qbank
16:52 Weak in Genetics and Biochem
17:40 Amboss Qbank
19:17 How much is Rescheduling?
20:00 Burnout
21:02 Block Scores
22:33 Some Don't Use Anki
24:00 New NBMEs are hard
24:49 Self-Esteem and Self-Assessment Scores
27:19 Dedicated Period
41:07 Post-Recording Thoughts and Comments
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In this episode, Michael interviews his classmate, Dr. Kym Yves Sirilan who just took his USMLE Step 1. Dr. Kym gives a quick glance on how it feels like to take the arguably one of the hardest exams in medicine.

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Dr. Kym is a Filipino IMG who hailed from the humble city of Zamboanga. He is an advocate of Gender Equality. His interests include marine life, and world history. On his spare time he enjoys cooking and solving Sudoku puzzles.

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Adrian Teves is a young Filipino doctor. While in medical school, Adrian served as a peer mentor, helping freshmen and sophomores adjust smoothly to the rigors of med school life. Adrian is also a passionate mental health advocate, having suffered from anxiety. It is his objective to have a community that can freely talk about mental health without reservations. He devotes his leisure time reading, working out, or playing golf.

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Michael Sibulo is both a pharmacist and a physician. After struggling throughout his four-year stay in medical school, he started advocating the use of Anki, a spaced repetition software  for time-efficient active learning. Other interests include playing the piano, jogging,  learning Mandarin, and promoting eye health.

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Chapter Markers:
00:00 Introduction
00:34 Introduction of Guest
01:15 How are you post-Step 1?
02:03 Interactions with fellow USMLE takers at test site
02:34 How would you compare Step 1 format vs PLE format?
04:54 Which was harder: Step 1 or PLE?
06:40 Some Advice for USMLE takers

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Links:

https://www.ecfmg.org/
https://usmle.org/
https://medical.uworld.com/usmle/usmle-step-1/

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In this pilot episode, Adrian and Michael discuss USMLE for Pinoys with Dr. Arvin Tan.  The USMLE Step 1 is arguably the most difficult and important exam among the USMLE Steps. For Pinoy MDs it can be daunting at first, but these doctors will try to dissect the process on how to start preparing for Step 1 and achieve the scores you desire.
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Arvin is a young physician devoted to providing equal access to holistic wellness and health services. His mission is to empower individuals to make healthy choices in their everyday lives. He enjoys cooking, weight lifting, and playing music.
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Adrian Teves is a young Filipino doctor. While in medical school, Adrian served as a peer mentor, helping freshmen and sophomores adjust smoothly to the rigors of med school life. Adrian is also a passionate mental health advocate, having suffered from anxiety. It is his objective to have a community that can freely talk about mental health without reservations. He devotes his leisure time reading, working out, or playing golf.
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Michael Sibulo is both a pharmacist and a physician. After struggling throughout his four-year stay in medical school, he started advocating the use of Anki, a spaced repetition software  for time-efficient active learning. Other interests include playing the piano, jogging,  learning Mandarin, and promoting eye health.

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Chapter Markers:

00:00 Introduction
04:00 When should you start studying for the USMLE Step 1?
08:14 How do you juggle USMLE prep and med school?
10:00 How do you incorporate USMLE prep into med school?
16:50 How do you register for USMLE Step 1?
22:05 How much do you spend for Step 1?
23:05 Where do you take the exam?
26:46 When is the best time to take Step 1?
28:25 What is UWorld?
35:28 Summary

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You can reach us at:

Email: thebetterpillpodcast@gmail.com
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Links:

https://www.ecfmg.org/
https://usmle.org/
https://medical.uworld.com/usmle/usmle-step-1/

Spotify: https://spoti.fi/35I1BTe
Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/3qaj2pf
Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3vIONXm
YouTube Mirror: https://youtu.be/g_gr7oQDhIQ